Varad - Chopda, Jalgaon
Varad is a village situated in the Chopda tehsil of Jalgaon district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chopda and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Jalgaon. Varad village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Varad is 526676. The village covers a total geographical area of 1129 hectares and falls under the 425107 pincode. Chopda is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Varad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chopda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raver Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Varad
As per Census 2011, Varad village has a total population of 2,417 people, consisting of 1,223 males and 1,194 females. The village has 476 households and a sex ratio of 976 females per 1,000 males. There are 383 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,252 literate and 1,165 illiterate residents. Additionally, 101 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,407 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Varad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,417 | 1,223 | 1,194 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 383 | 203 | 180 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 101 | 53 | 48 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,407 | 711 | 696 |
| Literate Population | 1,252 | 713 | 539 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,165 | 510 | 655 |
Nearby Villages of Varad
Varad is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Varad
Public transport in the Varad is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chopda to Varad is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalgaon to Varad is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Varad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Varad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Varad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Varad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Varad
Where is Varad located?
Varad village is located in Chopda Tehsil, Jalgaon district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Varad?
Varad is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Varad?
The pincode of Varad is 425107.
What is the population of Varad?
Varad has a total population of 2,417, including 1,223 males and 1,194 females.
How many households are there in Varad?
There are 476 households in Varad.
What is the literacy rate in Varad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Varad is 51.80%. Male literacy is 58.30% and female literacy is 45.14%.